Sesame Noodles

Sesame Noodles are a delicious and satisfying vegetarian breakfast option, featuring a rich sesame sauce that coats perfectly cooked noodles. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavors and nutrients, making it ideal for a wholesome start to your day.

Sesame Noodles
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Noodles (wheat or rice) - 150 grams
  • Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
  • Sugar - 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
  • Green onions (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
  • Cucumber (julienned) - 1 small
  • Carrot (julienned) - 1 small

Steps

  1. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and minced garlic until well combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles with the sauce, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated.
  4. Add the chopped green onions, sesame seeds, julienned cucumber, and carrot to the noodles, tossing gently to combine all ingredients.
  5. Serve the sesame noodles in bowls, garnished with additional sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 55 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in healthy fats from sesame oil, which can support heart health.
  • Packed with vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

Tags

ChineseVegetarianBreakfast